ZIRO, Oct 1: As part of the nationwide "100 Sundays towards Nasha Mukt Bharat" campaign covering 200 districts across India, a drug awareness and health programme themed "My Health, My Pride" was organised at the Community Health Centre, Old Ziro, in Lower Subansiri district on Thursday.

The initiative was spearheaded by My Bharat in coordination with the health department to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drug addiction and encourage local youth and the community to adopt healthy and responsible lifestyles.

Resource person Tanu Yaring addressed the participants on the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, emphasising the role of healthy habits and positive daily choices in sustaining overall well-being.

Koj Sunya delivered an informative session on the severe physical, psychological and social impacts of drug addiction on individuals, families and society.

Alongside the awareness sessions, free medical check-ups were conducted by doctors and healthcare staff of the Community Health Centre, Old Ziro. (DIPRO)